Special Funds Accountant

Title: Special Funds Accountant

State Role Title: Financial Services Spec I

Hiring Range: $74,381-$82,265

Pay Band: 4

Agency: Department of Juvenile Justice

Location: Central Office

Agency Website: www.djj.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: State Employee Only - E

Job Duties

The Virginia Department of Juvenile Justice (DJJ) protects the public by preparing court-involved youth to be successful citizens. DJJ is committed to excellence in public safety by providing effective interventions that improve the lives of youth, strengthening both families and communities within the Commonwealth.

DJJ is currently hiring a Special Funds Accountant. This position will be responsible for the management and reporting, management of special funds, federal cash, indirect cost recovery, reconciliation of internal records to Cardinal revenue and expenditures. By performing these duties, this position provides necessary information for management to allocate resources more effectively to improve the lives of the youth in our system. The youth will have the opportunity to develop into responsible citizens which will strengthen the communities within the Commonwealth.

Minimum Qualifications

• Knowledge of Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP).
  
• Working knowledge of both State and Federal laws, regulations, rules, policies, procedures, and methods governing the administration of Federal and local grants.
• Ability to monitor, assess and ensure awardee complies with all terms and conditions of award.
  
• Ability to research, investigate, analyze, reconcile and evaluate financial data.
  
• Ability to prepare process and track grants/assistance awards and ensure compliance with reporting requirements.
  
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.
  
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with all levels of government officials and private organizations.
• Experience with Cardinal (PeopleSoft) financial system.

Additional Considerations

• Considerable experience and/or training in accounting, business administration, or related field.
  
• License as a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).
  
• Experience with federal grant accounting.
• Experience accessing a variety of resources and applying various computer applications to complex financial reporting.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

Lay off Policy 1.3: If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.3 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

DJJ Welcomes Veterans: DJJ is committed to hiring and retaining veterans. If applicable, please submit form DD-214 with your state application. Please include your name and the position number in which you are applying along with the DD-214.

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information may help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Status Updates/Confirmation: Once you submit your online application, you will instantly receive an application confirmation number. You may use this number to track the status of your application during the recruitment process. Please refer to your account for the status of your application. Updates will not be provided via telephone.

Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contact our Human Resources Department for further assistance.

Equal Opportunity Employer: The Department of Juvenile Justice practices fair and equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants in accordance with applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, political affiliation, genetics, or disability in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Contact Information

Name: Bianca D. Stewart Williams, Talent Acquisition Consultant

Phone: 804-588-4410

Email: djjrecruit@djj.virginia.gov

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.